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St. Isidore saves a child that had fallen in a well, 1646-48 (oil on canvas)
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St. Isidore saves a child that had fallen in a well, 1646-48 (oil on canvas)
SCP38746 St. Isidore saves a child that had fallen in a well, 1646-48 (oil on canvas) by Cano, Alonso (1601-67); 216x149 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Miracle of the Well; ); Spanish, out of copyright
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In this oil on canvas painting, titled "St. Isidore saves a child that had fallen in a well" artist Alonso Cano transports us to the year 1646-48 and immerses us in a miraculous moment of rescue. The scene unfolds with great intensity as St. Isidore, the patron saint of Madrid, extends his arm towards a young child trapped at the bottom of a deep well. Cano's masterful brushwork brings forth an array of emotions; fear and desperation etched on the child's face are contrasted by St. Isidore's unwavering determination and divine intervention. The vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail draw our eyes deeper into the composition, allowing us to witness every nuance of this extraordinary event. The sheer scale of this artwork demands our attention - measuring an impressive 216x149 cm - it commands its space within the Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain. This iconic masterpiece is not only visually stunning but also carries profound religious symbolism as it depicts one man's ability to save another through faith and devotion. Known also as "Miracle of the Well" this painting serves as a testament to human compassion and reminds us that even in times of peril, hope can prevail. Cano's portrayal captures both the physical act of rescue and the spiritual significance behind it, leaving viewers inspired by St. Isidore's heroic deed for generations to come.
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